Updated October 26, 2015. Understanding the cause, or spread, of any type of disease is important. Experts do not believe that autoimmune diseases are contagious, or spread to others like a bacterial or viral infection. These disorders are not related to AIDS, nor are they are a type of cancer.
Abstract. Twenty-seven of 42 patients with motor neuron disease had significant pain. The nature and duration of the pain are described along with an illustrative case-report. The aetiology and most effective treatment of this common complication of motor neuron disease remain unclear.wenty-seven of 42 patients with motor neuron disease had significant pain. The nature and duration of the pain are described along with an illustrative case-report.
The exact symptoms you get will depend on what type of motor neurone disease you have. Often, the first symptoms of problems with your muscles are clumsy fingers and a weak grip. Other symptoms may include: 1  your muscles wasting away.our GP will ask about your symptoms and examine you. If your GP suspects you may have motor neurone disease, he or she will refer you to see a neurologist. This is a doctor who specialises in conditions that affect the nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord.